There is a lot to learn in the music industry, but where are you going to get that knowledge? There are some colleges that teach the “music business” as a part of their curriculum, but the majority of us probably don’t have time to attend classes and the subject matter may not be as specific as we require. Unless you have relationships with established individuals in the industry whom you can learn from, you have to find an alternate means to get yourself up to speed on the ins and outs of the music business. I have turned to reading books related to the music industry. They have a wealth of information. If one book doesn’t answer your questions, another one will. Nothing beats real world knowledge and experience, but books can be a necessary supplement. With that said, I have compiled a list of books that have given me insight on all areas of the music business. I must admit that I’m not a big reader, but I couldn’t put these books down.
Start & Run Your Own Record Label by Daylle Deanna Schwartz
Cash Tracks: Compose, Produce, and Sell Your Original Soundtrack Music and Jingles by Jeffrey P. Fisher
All You Need To Know About The Music Business by Donald S. Passman
Gotta Get Signed: How To Become A Hip-Hop Producer by Sahpreem King
Music Law: How To Run Your Band’s Business by Richard Stim
Real Deal: How To Get Signed To A Record Label by Daylle Deanna Schwartz
Get Media Airplay: A Guide To Getting Song Exposure, Music/Product Tie-Ins And Radio-Play Spins! by Rick Davis
Everything You’d Better Know About The Record Industry by Kashif
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